Craig Zechman

In 2009, my family completed Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University (FPU). We paid off over $33,000 in consumer debt in 18 months and have continued to remain debt-free. Realizing the power of being debt-free, I’ve committed to helping others find the same financial freedom.

• Facilitated numerous FPU sessions leading participants to greater understanding of their finances and observing several become debt-free.
• Co-Chair for launch of Momentum, church-wide launch of FPU at… Show more

In 2009, my family completed Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University (FPU). We paid off over $33,000 in consumer debt in 18 months and have continued to remain debt-free. Realizing the power of being debt-free, I’ve committed to helping others find the same financial freedom.

• Facilitated numerous FPU sessions leading participants to greater understanding of their finances and observing several become debt-free.
• Co-Chair for launch of Momentum, church-wide launch of FPU at Community of Faith UMC.
• Created a one-day interactive boot-camp that introduced participants to the concepts of FPU and drove sign-up for upcoming sessions.
• Provide personal coaching for individuals and families to help them understand how they can take control of their finances.
• Continue to teach my children about how to manage their personal finances to set them up for success as they grow into adults.
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Night To Shine
• I served as a buddy for an unforgettable prom night experience for those with special needs.

Hurricane Irma Emergency Shelter Volunteer
• Our church was identified as an official Red Cross Emergency Shelter and my family and I were proud to assist with folks who were displaced from their homes. We set up the shelter with cots and sheets, served meals, attended to companion animals, and sat and to talk with the clients. We donated 20+ hours over a period of… Show more

Night To Shine
• I served as a buddy for an unforgettable prom night experience for those with special needs.

Hurricane Irma Emergency Shelter Volunteer
• Our church was identified as an official Red Cross Emergency Shelter and my family and I were proud to assist with folks who were displaced from their homes. We set up the shelter with cots and sheets, served meals, attended to companion animals, and sat and to talk with the clients. We donated 20+ hours over a period of three and half days.

Care Counselor
• I serve as a men's care counselor. Following a 5 week counseling program, I have discussions with clients to help them work through their challenges enabling them to make the desired changes to their lives.

Kids Pack
• As a family we serve with Real Help by packing meals over the summer for school children who typically get free or reduced lunches during the school year.

Faith & Family Festival
• Serve as volunteer at annual Faith & Family Festival. Typically operate game booths for visitors, helping kids to play the game and win candy. Show less

Invited by the Dean of Students to guest lecture to his adult evening student classes on leading teams. Shared lessons learned through a lecture format followed by a period of question and answers.

Coordinate booth at regional coin shows. Manage relationship with show chairperson, ensure booth is fully staffed, recruit carvers to demonstrate craft of coin carving during the show.